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Additional problems in Classical Mechanics

  • golanor
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Programs Changing disciplines after finishing undergrad Degree

  • Chemxav
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Need ideas for final year project

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Is a PhD in Physics the Right Path for Me?

  • AcidRainLiTE
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Courses I don't know the topics of maths under each kind of engineering courses

  • Ask4material
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Testing What resources can help me prepare for logic gate problems on the Physics GRE?

  • rar0308
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Programs Physics major needs advice on choosing a minor

  • JFrankParnell
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Is COT3100 (Computational Structures) suitable for beginners in programming?

  • KMcFadden
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Trying to make sense of math sequence

  • timeevaporate
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Ideas Re: Practical Projects using MV Calculus and Linear Algebra

  • ecouter11
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Linear Algebra vs. Probability Modeling

  • Ryuk1990
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How to deal with people having a headstart.

  • nascentmind
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Schools Falsifying signature in college. Consequence?

  • nikeidid
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What areas of brain research should I get involved in?

  • HizzleT
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Schools Mathematicians opinion on university modules

  • synkk
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Math self study advice for future physics self study

  • SheldorMD
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Studying Is self-studying advanced physics a silly idea?

  • redoopi
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Question Regarding Society of Physics Students

  • wolfie56
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How do you think of Villanova Univ?

  • victorconan
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Programs I'm a phD-BA, I want to get a phD-physics degree

  • pigiamino
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Physics curriculum w/out linear algebra?

  • jbrussell93
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My Grades & Future: What to Do Now?

  • selig5560
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Summer Research Programs in Materials Science and/or Physics

  • dabibbler
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Can You Transition Between Chemistry and Physics Careers?

  • samjiyon23
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Schools Is taking trigonometry and college algebra at the same time a bad idea?

  • BlueDiamond
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Will a B in Basic Math Affect My Chances at Math REUs and Grad Schools?

  • hanabiramochi
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Programs What should I fill my schedule with? Math major? Some minors? Some BS classes?

  • Defenestrator
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Is There a Mathematical Physics Degree?

  • logan3
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Letter and improvement on Algebra recovery

  • Dens
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Schools Postdocs in a university without a physics graduate program?

  • Catria
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Can I Still Become a Physicist with a Felony on My Record?

  • Swampdog
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Electrical Engineering After Physics Background

  • YAHA
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Inability to memorize anything-starting to haunt me

  • Listiba
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SOP Review: MS Applied Statistics

  • Badjuju270
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Schools College math requirements for non-science majors

  • Kutt
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Will I lose my maths abilities after graduating?

  • shug2953
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Likelyhood of getting a fellowship as an undergrad?

  • dipole
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Academic Dismissal Help: Advice for Struggling Engineering Student

  • Skysthelimit6
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Programs Getting into biophysics grad without biophysics major

  • Rono
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Geometrical algebra in theoretical physics

  • scottbekerham
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Schools Good Schools for Physics/Astronomy

  • Kamaljeet
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What classes should I take for the spring semester?

  • Bashyboy
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Computer or electrical engineering-electroptics

  • garet122
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What's the most active field of physics nowadays?

  • scottbekerham
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Schools Doing a PSM in Nanoscience before applying to Ph.D at top schools

  • Changnoi
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Studying Gearing Up For Calculus 2: Need Advice!

  • Lo.Lee.Ta.
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Should I Choose Math or Physics for My MS Program?

  • blaughli
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Why is intro physics difficult for me?

  • physicsernaw
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Schools How is the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Physics Program?

  • austim14
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An Introduction to Thermal Physics by Schroder - any thoughts

  • aLearner
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Most important math classes for physics?

  • cytochrome
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When did you guys really start to understand linear algebra?

  • bonfire09
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Schools High School Student Preparing for College

  • Time_
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About to Graduate in the UK - Questions on UK+EU Masters

  • xTLPx
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How useful is mathematical proof as a mechanical engineer?

  • theBEAST
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Schools Not Getting Into Graduate School, What now?

  • Gandalf1990
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Is Optics Necessary for Physics Majors?

  • phosgene
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Courses A Course Plan to Master General Relativity

  • aLearner
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Where can I learn real analysis and proving online?

  • Synchronised
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Schools Maximizing Grad School Chances with Cosmology Focus

  • ThereIam
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Schools Preparing for college in high school.

  • hddnvariables
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Schools Can we talk about graduate school?

  • tolove
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Schools What schools accept mid level Physics GRE scores?

  • wotanub
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I am VERY interested in Electrical Engineering where do I start?

  • FreaKe
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Schools PGRE - A message to undergrads from physics grad school.

  • javaNut
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Is There an Astrobites Equivalent for Physics?

  • Nabeshin
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So How do I get Research Level good?

  • aLearner
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Do Freshman Grades Really Matter?

  • aLearner
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Maximizing Study Time: Tips for Nailing Science Exams in High School

  • Tommy1995
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Testing What are my chances of getting into a PhD program with a poor Physics GRE score?

  • Xyius
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Schools HORRIBLE PGRE score, 4.0 GPA - Grad School a Possibility?

  • charlottei
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Difference between Intermediate Dynamics / Mechanics?

  • eurekameh
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Calculus 1 (I'm taking the class in a week.)

  • ME_student
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Should I Work Out Every Problem in the Book?

  • aLearner
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Slope and Deflection of a Simply Supported Beam

  • MathsRetard09
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Practices Questions on Quantum Mechanics

  • Farrukh12
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Programs Major in physics to be an engineer while working full time?

  • shuvool
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Terrible PGRE score. Address this in personal statement?

  • d3nat
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What are some potential long-term physics projects for a high school student?

  • guitarphysics
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Science Education Video Series: Think About

  • ThinkAbout
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Pick the easiest module from QM, EM or Relativity.

  • xRPMx
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Considering a PhD in EE: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Focus?

  • tangodirt
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Programs Is it possible for a geophysics major to get into astronomy/physics research?

  • richyw
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Engineering or Medicine: Which Path Should I Choose for University?

  • Synchronised
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Schools Does University Ranking Impact Post-Graduate Studies?

  • Synchronised
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Does going from 910 to 790 raise a flag?

  • ukycme
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Did bad in undergrad EM. retake or directly go to grad EM?

  • chill_factor
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How best to prepare for QM next semester.

  • Bobbo Snap
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Problems with a humanistic background

  • Kolmin
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Should I talk about funding in my statement of purpose

  • Hercuflea
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Another PGRE post: be happy with percentile or retake?

  • nonequilibrium
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Programs Deciding between Applied Math and Math as my second Major?

  • Reckoning of Sand
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Schools Picking universities - finding it difficult

  • spaghetti3451
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Nuclear/Particle Physics & Group Theory: Understanding the Benefits

  • Spinalcold
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What is the correct reading order for these topics in mathematics?

  • Phy_Reason
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Schools What do you think is needed to get full tuition at your average university?

  • DeepTawts
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